Originally Posted by Blackcat31:
No. I do not play with the kids.
I am available to assist them when and if they should require adult intervention.
I do not believe my role is to facilitate anything. I provide an environment that is supportive of their developmental needs and interests and that is all.
On occasion, I will and have got down on the floor and participated in an activity or project but for the most part I am simply available.
I don't lead, direct or tell them to do anything other than clean up and come to lunch.
The kids entertain themselves, decide what they are going to do and to what extent. I provide materials and the supervision.
This!